I've defined these as being the simple HSE actions that are easy to get right which really help to shape and define the HSE culture of an organization.
I've argued that if you aren't getting the "one per-center's" right, it probably means two things:
Firstly, you've probably got a shit-house safety culture (excuse my French); and
Secondly, you've got no realistic chance of managing HSE risk for the bigger issues you face because you can't even get the simple things going.
With those two points in mind, today I'm posting a full safety program of "one per center's" get going in your workplace in February. Some of the items will be done only once, or maybe twice, whilst others will need to be done everyday and sometimes several times each day.
Most will require only a few minutes of effort and some require only a few seconds each day;
Below is your February "to do" list.
- Check housekeeping of walk-ways - are they all clear and neat and tidy?
- Do a fire extinguisher inspection - are they all "in service" and tagged compliant?
- Inspect fire doors and fire escape stairs;
- Inspect your First Aid boxes - up to date and restocked?
- If it's hot where you are, make sure you apply "sun smart" behaviours;
- If it's cold where you are, make sure you're managing your cold-stress with appropriate actions;
- Inspect all ladders on your site;
- Check your vehicle maintenance records;
- Service your car if necessary;
- Drive defensively;
- Drink plenty of water each day;
- Use appropriate manual handling techniques;
- Offer assistance to someone;
- Check office electrical equipment and replace where needed;
- Practice Think 6, Look 6 to maintain your situational awareness;
- Avoid using your mobile phone when driving;
- Inspect lighting in your office environments - replace broken globes;
- Make sure to wear your hearing protection;
- Inspect your PPE - replace if unsuitable; and
- Buy a tool from the Risk Tool Box Shop.